Episodes

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Tomasz Obloj and Todd Zenger about the impacts of the recent trend toward pay transparency in the workplace. Tomasz Obloj is an Associate Professor of Strategy at Kelley School of Business, Indiana University. Todd Zenger is the N. Eldon Tanner Chair in Strategy and Strategic Leadership at the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah. As of January 1, 2023, California's SB 1162 revised existing pay transparency laws to require employers, upo...

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Eric Shuman and Eric Knowles. Eric Shuman is a postdoctoral fellow at New York University, Eric Knowles is an associate professor of psychology at New York University. Dr. Shuman and Dr. Knowles recently published an article "To Overcome Resistance to DEI, Understand What’s Driving It" with Amit Goldenberg. Teresa, Dr. Shuman, and Dr. Knowles discuss insight and guidance on DEI and why some people resist it. Dr. Shuman and Dr. Knowles give tips on how to ove...

For today's episode, our host, Teresa talks with Lisen Stromberg, about 'Maladaptations in Corporate America.' Lisen is a leadership and culture strategist, author, and CEO of PrismWork. Teresa and Lisen talk about her recently coined phrase, 'maladaptations' or adaptions women were making in the workplace that were harming or limiting them. These maladaptations were started to categorize the types of behaviors Lisen found many women have adopted to get ahead in their careers. The 5 Maladaptions...

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Todd Kashdan about 'The Minority Report' and the subtle art of disagreeing with your boss. Todd is an author, speaker, professor of psychology, and director of the Well-Being Lab at George Mason University. Teresa and Todd discuss how people who are not in a leadership or management position, can be afraid to speak up and find their voice. They also talk about unpopular views and effective ways to voice your opinion. To listen to Todd on HBR IdeaCast, click ...

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Kweilin Ellingrud of McKinsey & Company. Kweilin is McKinsey Global Institute Director, Senior Partner, and author of the recent article 'How does Gen Z see its place in the working world? With trepidation' and 'American Opportunity Survey.' Teresa and Kweilin discuss how in today's workplace, we have 4 generations working together, and they are all very different. The American Opportunity Survey spoke to 25,000 Americans and found that even though Gen Z fac...

In today's episode, Teresa discusses FMLA, Family Medical Leave Act. FMLA provides federally protected leave for eligible employees for up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave per year and certain military family leave entitlements. FMLA applies to private sector employers who employs 50+ employees for at least 20 workweeks in the current or preceding calendar year. Topics discussed: Employees must comply with the employer's notice for requesting leave or being absent. Employers are required to notif...

Today's episode is a replay with guest Julie McCoy, life coach at Dragonfly Coaching. We like to start off every year with Julie, so we can begin our New Year off on the right foot. With all things COVID, we have had non-traditional years, Julie helps our listeners realize that we have little control over some things and how we can adapt. Julie gives our listeners her tips for New Beginnings for the future! Thank You To Julie McCoy Motivation follows action Julie McCoy Episode Timeline 00:06Intr...

In today's episode, Teresa is joined by Sarah Marie Wittman to talk about "Job Transitions and the Lingering Identity." Sarah is an Assistant Professor of Management at George Mason University’s School of Business. The recent changes in the labor market have caused people to switch jobs, but what from our past jobs carries over? Teresa and Sarah discuss “lingering identities." Sarah wrote an article on lingering identities, which is the expression she uses to describe identities that are premise...

In today's episode, Teresa is joined by Nadine Durbach to talk about "How to Reframe for 2023." Nadine is a returning guest and a licensed Clinical Social Worker & Psychotherapist. Teresa and Nadine discuss the "Anit-Resolution" and mindfulness. Nadine gives her types for "reframing" your mind for 2023 and how people can navigate the post-COVID world. To connect with Nadine, https://nadinedurbachlcsw.com/ To listen to Nadine's previous episode, click here. Episode Timeline 00:06Introduction and ...

In today's episode, Teresa gives her "Annual Legal Update." Topics discussed: Minimum Wage Increases Overtime for Agricultural Workers SB 1162 AB 152 AB 2693 AB 2091 AB 2188 HR 4445 SB 523 AB 1751 AB 2068 AB 1949 AB 1041 SB 1044 AB 2183 Episode Timeline 00:06Introduction and Disclaimer 01:29Legal Update Part 1 16:09Break and Public Service Announcement 16:37Legal Update Part 2 35:48Teresa's Closing Remarks

In today's episode, Teresa gives her 2022 tips for the "Holiday Survival Guide." Teresa gives advice on how to survive business get-togethers and represent your organization and build your professional network. A lot of companies are going back to in-person events and 'small talk' is something that people have not had to deal with lately. Here are the tips Teresa discusses: Make an Effort Get Curious Research Introduce Yourself I Can't Remember Your Name Politely Disengaging Making it Work Hones...

Today's episode is a replay of episode 81 with guests Chris Johnson and Jason Henry from Nation's Finest. Teresa McQueen talks with Chris and Jason for a Special Veteran's Day Episode! Nation's Finest provides critical services and support for veterans and their families. Chris and Jason discuss the biggest challenges faced by veterans as they reenter the workforce and the benefits of hiring a veteran. Jason gives his personal experience on what life was like after the Navy and why he joined Nat...

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Peter Stockburger about Are You Ready for the CPRA? Peter is a Partner at Dentons and practicing with the firm’s global Employment, Intelligence and Strategic Services, and Data Privacy groups. The CPRA amends California’s existing Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 and is set to take effect on January 1, 2023. The CPRA has serious implications for employers as it impacts how employers collect, store and utilize employee information. Peter tells our listeners what...

In today's episode, Teresa discusses with Rebecca Zucker, "All About Exit Interviews." Rebecca Zucker is an author, speaker, and Partner at Next Step Partner. Rebecca discusses how exit interviews can be important for both employers and employees. She gives her tipes for making a successful exit interview and also talks about the mistakes that employees and employers make during exit interviews. To connect with Rebecca: Twitter: @rszucker Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-zucker-nsp/...

In today's episode, Teresa talks with Reiner Lomb about the 7 Essential Emotions for Leading Positive Change. Reiner is the founder of BoomerangCoach and the author of ASPIRE: Seven Essential Emotions for Leading Positive Change, No Matter Where You Are. Reiner describes the seven emotions that he thinks can help leaders create a positive change empathycompassioninterestoptimisminspirationtrustpositivity For more information on Reiner, please visit: reinerlomb.com If a leader doesn't care, then ...

In today's episode, Teresa is joined by Nadine Durbach, Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, to discuss Mental Health: An Emerging Awareness. Teresa and Nadine talk about how many leaders are in the best position to see changes or be told of changes in their employees and addressing the issue is better than thinking it will go away. There has been a shift in how employees and employers have changed their thinking about mental health awareness in the workplace. They also talk about why it ...

In today's episode, Teresa is joined by Adaku Onyeka-Crawford and Maya Raghu to discuss The HIRE Initiative: Reimagining Hiring Practices & Promoting EEO. Adaku is the Attorney Advisor, Office of the Chair, U.S. EEOC and Maya is the Deputy Director, Policy, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), US Department of Labor. Teresa, Adaku, and Maya explain the Hiring Initiative to Reimagine Equity (HIRE) and why the EEOC and DOL launched this service. HIRE will: Host convenings to exa...

This is our 100th Episode and to celebrate we are bringing back our very first guest Tina Rad! Tina is a Partner and Attorney Investigator at Wagener Law, APC. Teresa and Tina discuss Avoiding Investigation Pitfalls. Tina gives here common pitfalls that companies make when contemplating or conducting a workplace investigation: PITFALL #1: Failing to Investigate (“Do we really need to do an investigation on this?”)PITFALL #2: Moving Too Slowly (“I meant to get to it, but we had a lot going on.”)P...

Today's guest is Stacey A. Gordon, founder, and principal consultant at Rework work. Teresa and Stacey discuss addressing unconscious bias in the workplace. Teresa and Stacey give examples of bias in the workplace and how it can manifest. Stacey gives her tips for addressing workplace bias for both employees and employers. Stacey discusses having a diverse employee resource group to help organizations with workplace bias and how employers and employees can benefit from these types of groups. Con...

Today's guest is attorney Neil Pedersen. Teresa and Neil discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on Viking River Cruises, Inc. v. Moriana, and its effect on employees. Neil is a Plaintiff’s Employment Law Attorney at Pedersen Law. Teresa and Neil discuss what the workplace was like before the Viking River decision and the differences employees will see now. Connect with Neil here In episode 97 with guest Connie Chen, Teresa and Connie discussed what employers needed to know about the Viking Ri...

Today's guest is attorney Connie Chen. Teresa and Connie discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on Viking River Cruises, Inc. v. Moriana, that came down in June 2022. Connie is a Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C. Teresa and Connie explain the decision of Viking River and the effects it has on employers, what they need to know, and the initial reactions. Connie also explains what makes a good Arbitration Agreement and her thoughts on AB51. Connect with Connie here. Connie is a returning guest, s...

Today's guest is Adria Horn. Teresa and Adria discuss The Great Resignation. Since the COVID-19 Pandemic, there has been an increase in employee resignations. In 2021, there were 4.7 million people that resigned. Just in the start of 2022, there have been 4.5 million. Adria is a lieutenant colonel in the US Army Reserve and an army veteran who served five tours of duty overseas between 2003 and 2010. She wrote an article in January 2022, called "A military veteran knows why your employees are le...

Today's guest is Jacqueline Carter. Teresa and Jacqueline discuss Leading with Compassion. They discuss the differences between sympathy, empathy, and compassion. Jacqueline gives her tips for making the switch in thinking so that leaders can lead with compassion. To connect with Jacqueline: https://www.potentialproject.com/ To read the Article: https://hbr.org/2021/12/connect-with-empathy-but-lead-with-compassion Compassionate Leadership is 'I'm going to tell you something you don't want to hea...

Today's guest is Alexis Hultine. Teresa and Alexis discuss A New Hope: Remote Work. They discuss how remote work can be a positive thing for most companies and how many employment seekers are specifically looking for remote or flexible work. Hybrid work is here to stay, we found with the pandemic that can help with productivity and a happier workplace. Alexis gives tips for employees and employers on how to keep "the water cooler conversations" so that everyone on the team feels connected. She a...